What could be the lightest wheel out there
09-18-2004, 11:17 PM
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Originally Posted by mnmblu
I would love to hear more about it and wanted to let you know that each time I see it, I admire it greatly. It is a gorgeous shot in such an beautiful setting. It really does deserve whatever award it got. Kudos to you.
Originally Posted by tonytaylor
My GT1 Veloces appear to be slightly heavier than Grahams but are still lighter than any in the list above.
09-18-2004, 11:20 PM
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Originally Posted by TamiyaGuy
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I don't know much about wheels, what is the drawback to a magnesium center wheel? Is it too brittle? Thanks, peter
I don't know much about wheels, what is the drawback to a magnesium center wheel? Is it too brittle? Thanks, peter
As I understand it, the racing BBS wheels are three piece units with magnesium centers and aluminum rim halves. For whatever reason, the magnesium centers tend to have a shorter life span, and can fail (crack) more easily when subjected to the rigors of street driving, e.g. potholes, etc. They need to be checked frequently. I don't know enough about physics, metallurgy, or mechanical engineering to explain the underlying reasons.
09-19-2004, 06:07 AM
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Similar thread here https://rennlist.com/forums/showthre...71#post1570371
Construction and fabrication method seems similar to Veloce GT1, AFAIK, so should be light.
Construction and fabrication method seems similar to Veloce GT1, AFAIK, so should be light.
